Job Ref: 212827308

Date: 2020-11-29 07:44:16

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We are currently working in partnership with a high profile government sponsored national project in the Milton Keynes area. They are seeking a Training and Quality Coordinator for their laboratory.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
The post holder will be responsible for working closely with the Training Manager, Shift Managers and Section Managers to ensure work in the laboratory is undertaken safely, efficiently and to the quality standards required of ISO15189:2012 laboratory accreditation.
Working closely with the Section Managers the post holder will maintain records of trainers for each section and ensure their competencies are checked at regular intervals.
Assist the Section Managers in reviewing the current training procedures to ensure they are fit of a high standard and to submit and update documents as necessary. Have regular meetings with the Section Managers on all shifts to ensure procedures are consistent across all teams. Monitoring process changes and managing communication with all relevant staff.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Ensure the training packages are fit for purpose, reviewing regularly
2. Ensure Trainers are competent to deliver the training, reviewing at regular intervals
3. Ensure competencies of staff at reviewed at regular intervals
4. Ensure all quality standards and Health & Safety procedure are being followed
5. Assist Section Managers to create and review SOPs
6. Update staff on any changes to procedures
7. Assisting in audits, both internal and external
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
1. Extensive experience of working and maintaining documents and procedures within laboratory accreditation specifications (ISO15189:2012/ISO17025:2019)
2. Knowledge and experience of Health & Safety regulations
3. Exceptional organisational skills
4. Evidence of excellent communication and team-working skills
5. Positive attitude with proven problem-solving skills
6. Experience of using of a QMS
7. Willingness to work varying hours, when required, to meet all teams (current shifts 8am-8pm, 8pm-8am)
8. Be able to commit to the role for a period of 6 months
DESIRABLE CRITERIA:
1. BSc Honours degree in a biological science
2. Experience of working within a laboratory environment
3. Experience of using PCR methods
4. Experience of training and supervision of staff in a laboratory setting

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